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Family Law Solicitors in West & North Yorkshire.

At Ribet Myles, we provide specialist family law advice to clients in Ilkley and across West & North Yorkshire, combining local, accessible support with the experience and authority of a central London-based family law firm.

We understand that family law issues — whether divorce, financial arrangements or children matters — can be deeply personal and often complex. Our aim is to offer clear, strategic advice, delivered with discretion and sensitivity, while ensuring you feel supported throughout the process.

Clients in Ilkley, and nearby areas such as Leeds and Harrogate, benefit from the reassurance of working with a nationally recognised firm, without losing the advantages of having a solicitor who understands the local area.

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London-Calibre Expertise.

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Supporting Clients in West & North Yorkshire.

Ribet Myles is known for advising on complex family law matters, including high-value financial settlements, international cases, and sensitive children issues. While our main office is based in central London, we support clients across the UK — including West Yorkshire — with the same level of care, precision and strategic insight.

Our clients value the combination of:

  • Sophisticated legal expertise

  • Clear, pragmatic advice

  • A calm and thoughtful approach to difficult situations

Whether your case is resolved through negotiation or requires court proceedings, you can be confident that you are supported by a firm with significant experience at the highest level.

West & North Yorkshire • Leeds • Harrogate

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Meet Alison Schmidt

Your Local Family Lawyer in West & North Yorkshire

Alison Schmidt is a solicitor at Ribet Myles who is based in Ilkley, supporting clients across West & North Yorkshire, including Leeds & Harrogate.

Alison advises on a wide range of family law matters and is known for her thoughtful, client-focused approach. She understands that family law issues often involve emotional, financial and practical considerations, and she takes care to provide advice that is both legally robust and sensitive to each client’s circumstances.

Alison regularly assists clients with:

  • Divorce and separation

  • Financial settlements, including complex or high-value assets

  • Children matters and arrangements

  • Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements

  • Court proceedings and dispute resolution

Clients appreciate Alison’s ability to explain legal issues clearly and calmly, helping them to make informed decisions at what can be a challenging time. Her local presence in Ilkley allows her to offer accessible support, while drawing on the full resources and expertise of the Ribet Myles team.

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Supporting Clients across West and North Yorkshire

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Seamless collaboration with our central London team for complex or specialist matters

Remote consultations by video or telephone

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In-person meetings where appropriate

Our approach ensures that you receive personal, attentive service, backed by the strength and experience of a leading family law firm.

Contact Alison

If you are based in Ilkley, Harrogate, Leeds or elsewhere in West & North Yorkshire and would like to discuss a family law matter in confidence use the form below or call Ribet Myles on 020 7242 6000

We’re here to help you move forward with clarity, confidence and expert support.

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